ISSN:
0961-5539
Source:
Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
Topics:
Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgy, Traffic Engineering, Precision Mechanics
Notes:
The integral transform method is employed for the hybrid numerical-analytical solution of two-dimensional, steady-state heat conduction within extended surfaces of variable longitudinal profile and temperature dependent thermal conductivity. Numerical results are then obtainable with automatic accuracy, allowing for the establishment of benchmark results and for the validation of approximate solutions. Convergence rates are illustrated for longitudinal fins with trapezoidal and parabolic profiles, and for different values of the governing parameters, Biot number and aspect ratio. In addition, the classical one-dimensional approximate solutions are critically examined for these typical non-straight profiles, and the applicability limits are investigated.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09615539810197916
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